Tracking sports for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Sports · PoliticsItaly's FIGC election on June 22 pits Malagò vs Abete amid legal disputes over pantouflage law, World Cup failure, and reform demands. Key leadership change explained.
Sports · National NewsIgnazio Abate becomes Torino's new coach starting July 2026 on a two-year deal. The former AC Milan defender's first Serie A job aims to push the club higher.
Sports · CultureAaron Durogati from Merano sets new world record in hike-and-fly, climbing 19,424 meters in 24 hours on Mount Slogen, Norway—breaking the previous mark by 1,900 meters.
SportsLeonardo Fornaroli, 21-year-old Italian reserve driver, makes his F1 debut with McLaren at Barcelona's FP1. First Italian in F1 since 2021, after winning F3 and F2 titles.
SportsItaly's volleyball team defeats Germany 3-1 in VNL 2026 with dramatic 33-31 fourth set. Bovolenta leads with 15 points as Azzurri bounce back in Ottawa.
Sports · CultureItaly's 19-year-old Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli named to Time's 100 Most Influential in Sports 2026. Why his F1 championship lead matters to Italy.
Sports · National NewsAfter violent attacks at Verona's Bentegodi stadium, 17 ultras face bans. Learn how Italy's Daspo system works and what football fans and residents need to know.
SportsItaly's women's tennis team chases a record third consecutive Billie Jean King Cup title against China in the quarterfinals, September 2026 in Shenzhen. Can the Azzurre make history?
Sports · National NewsAscoli Calcio returns to Serie B with manager continuity and economic boost ahead. Learn what this means for the city and upcoming transfer plans.